Timi Eckes, previously magazine editor at Journal Community Publishing Group’s Rhinelander operation, has been named editor of the Star Journal and Hodag Buyers’ Guide.

“We are delighted to have someone of Timi’s skill, experience and local knowledge taking over as editor of our papers,” said publisher Pete Daniels. “She has a proven track record of producing accurate, high quality, compelling news content.”

Eckes has served as editor of Wisconsin Journeys, Living on The Lake, Northwoods Commerce and ‘boomers and Beyond as well as numerous annual publications for several years and will remain editor of these publications in addition to the Star Journal and Hodag Buyers Guide.

Eckes is a lifelong resident of the Northwoods and a graduate of UW-Stevens Point.

She can be reached at (715) 369-3331 or teckes@jrn.com.